1983 Mitsubishi Debonair vs. 1973 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1983 Mitsubishi Debonair is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Mitsubishi Debonair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mitsubishi Debonair (111 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1973 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mitsubishi Debonair should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mitsubishi Debonair weights approximately 600 kg more than 1973 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1983 Mitsubishi Debonair (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1983 Mitsubishi Debonair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Kadett. 1983 Mitsubishi Debonair has automatic transmission and 1973 Opel Kadett has manual transmission. 1973 Opel Kadett will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Mitsubishi Debonair will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mitsubishi Debonair | 1973 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Debonair | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2410 mm |
